The international English language testing system (IELTS) is the world’s most popular English language proficiency test for higher education and global migration, with over 2 million tests taken in the last year.

There are 3 different IELTS tests you can book with the British Council:

IELTS Academic

Study at university at undergraduate or postgraduate level, or join a professional organisation in an English-speaking country.

IELTS General Training

Train or study at below degree level work or undertake work-related training in an English-speaking country emigrate to an English-speaking country

IELTS UKVI

'IELTS for UKVI' is a UK government approved Secure English Language Test (SELT). This means that IELTS can be used to prove your English language abilities in support of a UK Visa and Immigration (UKVI) application.

IELTS tests are delivered by British Council.

They're administered in partnership by British Council, IDP Education and Cambridge English Language Assessment.

Before you process, please read the IELTS terms and conditions